Ajay Devgn is a popular Indian film actor, director, and producer. The Bollywood actor he has appeared in over a hundred Hindi films and has won numerous accolades, including three National Film Awards and four Filmfare Awards. In 2016, he was honoured by the Government of India with the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian honour of the country.
Early Life and Upbringing
Ajay Devgn was born on April 2, 1969, in New Delhi, India. His real name is Vishal Veeru Devgan, but he changed his name to Ajay Devgn for the film industry. His father, Veeru Devgan, was a well-known stunt choreographer, and his mother, Veena Devgan, was a film producer. Ajay Devgn completed his schooling at Silver Beach High School in Mumbai and went on to study at Mithibai College in Mumbai.
Personal Life – Age, Zodiac Sign
| Personal Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Vishal Veeru Devgan |
| Nickname | Ajay |
| Alternative Names(s) (also known as) | Ajay Devgan |
| Date of Birth | 2 April 1969 |
| Age (as of 2023) | 54 Years |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Birthplace | New Delhi |
| Hometown | Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| Current Address | 5/6, Sheetal Apartments, Ground Floor, Opposite Chandan Cinema, Juhu, Mumbai |
| Education Qualification | Graduation |
| Hobbies and Interests | Sketching, Trekking, Cooking |
| Languages Known | Hindi, English |
| Social Media Profiles link (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) | Facebook, Instagram, Twitter |
| Wikipedia Profile link | Ajay Devgn |
| IMDb Profile link | Ajay Devgn |
| Website link | N/A |
Physical Appearance – Height, Weight, Body Measurements
| Physical Stats | Information |
|---|---|
| Body Type | Athletic |
| Body Measurements (Chest – Waist – Hips) | 43-34-15 inches |
| Height in feet, inches, cm | 5’ 10″, 178 cm |
| Weight in kg, lbs | 80 kg, 176 lbs |
| Chest | 43 inches |
| Waist | 34 inches |
| Biceps | 15 inches |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Hairstyle | Short |
| Distinctive Features | Intense eyes, Husky voice |
| Tattoos | Lord Shiva on his chest |
Family and Relationships – Girlfriend/Wife, Affairs
Ajay Devgn is married to the famous Bollywood actress Kajol. The couple got married on February 24, 1999, and has two children, a daughter named Nysa and a son named Yug. Ajay Devgn’s brother, Anil Devgan, is a Hindi film director.
| Relationships Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Marital Status | Married |
| Spouse – Wife | Kajol |
| Father | Veeru Devgan |
| Mother | Veena Devgan |
| Children | Nysa Devgan, Yug Devgan |
| Siblings | Anil Devgan, Neelam Devgan, Kavita Devgan |
| Affairs – Girlfriend(s) | Karisma Kapoor (ex-girlfriend) |
| Significant Relationships | Rohit Shetty (friend and collaborator) |
Rise to Stardom
Ajay Devgn made his debut in Bollywood with the film “Phool Aur Kaante” in 1991. The film was a blockbuster hit, and Ajay Devgn won the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut for his performance.
He went on to star in several successful films such as “Jigar” (1992), “Dilwale” (1994), “Suhaag” (1994), “Naajayaz” (1995), “Diljale” (1996), and “Ishq” (1997).
Ajay Devgan – Debut Film – Phool Aur Kaante (1991)
Ajay Devgan – Successful Film – Tanhaji (2020)
Career, Awards, and Achievements
Ajay Devgn has won several awards and accolades throughout his career. He has won three National Film Awards and four Filmfare Awards. He has also been honoured with the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian honour of the country.
Some of his notable films include “The Legend of Bhagat Singh” (2002), “Company” (2002), “Gangaajal” (2003), “Zakhm” (1998), and “Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior” (2020).
| Career Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Profession(s) | Actor, Director, Producer |
| Debut Film | Phool Aur Kaante (1991) |
| Notable Roles | Bhagat Singh, Singham, Tanhaji |
| Recent Films – New Movies | Drishyam 2, Bhuj: The Pride of India, Maidaan |
| Upcoming Films | Mayday, Thank God, Kaithi Remake |
| Popular Television Series | Rock-N-Roll Family, Ramayan, Swami Ramdev: Ek Sangharsh |
| Awards and Achievements | Padma Shri, National Film Award (3 times), Filmfare Award (4 times) |
| Endorsements/Brand Collaborations | Vimal Pan Masala, Hajmola, Bagpiper, Sangam Textiles, Whirlpool |
| Philanthropy/Charity Work | Save The Children, Smile Foundation, Mumbai Police Foundation |
| Professional Associations | Indian Motion Picture Producers Association, Screenwriters Association |
| Training and Education | Mithibai College, Silver Beach High School |
| Production Company | Ajay Devgn FFilms |
| Box Office Success – Hit Movies | Golmaal series, Singham series, Tanhaji, Total Dhamaal |
| Critical Acclaim Movies | Zakhm, The Legend of Bhagat Singh, Company, Omkara |
Assets and Finances – Net Worth
| Financial Profile | Information |
|---|---|
| Net Worth in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 300 crore, $40 million |
| Per Movie Charges in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 25-30 crore, $3-4 million |
| Per Endorsement Charges in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 8-10 crore, $1-1.5 million |
| Sponsorship Deals | Vimal Pan Masala, Hajmola, Bagpiper, Sangam Textiles, Whirlpool |
| Business Ventures | Ajay Devgn FFilms, NY VFXWAALA, Shivalaya Entertainment |
| Investments | Charanka Solar Project, Roha Group, One97 Communications |
| Real Estate Holdings | Bungalow in Juhu, Farmhouse in Karjat, Flats in Mumbai and London |
| Luxury Items/Properties Owned | Maserati Quattroporte, Range Rover Vogue, Hawker 800 plane |
| Cars Collection | BMW Z4, Audi Q7, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Toyota Celica |
Favorite Things, Likes and Dislikes
| Favorite Things | Information |
|---|---|
| Favorite Actor | Amitabh Bachchan, Al Pacino |
| Favorite Actress | Madhubala, Kajol |
| Favorite Film | The Others, The Sixth Sense |
| Favorite Music Bands | Coldplay, Linkin Park |
| Favorite Sport | Cricket |
| Favorite Books | Shiva Trilogy by Amish Tripathi |
| Favorite Color | Black |
| Favorite Food | Bengali Fish Curry, Rice, Rajma Chawal |
| Things s/he like | Spending time with family, Travelling, Watching movies |
| Things s/he dislike | Gossip, Rumors, Smoking |
Top 5 Best Films – Ajay Devgan
| Film Name | Year of Release | Character Played |
|---|---|---|
| The Legend of Bhagat Singh | 2002 | Bhagat Singh |
| Company | 2002 | Malik |
| Gangaajal | 2003 | SP Amit Kumar |
| Zakhm | 1998 | Ajay R. Desai |
| Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior | 2020 | Tanaji Malusare |
Controversies – Ajay Devgan
- Ajay Devgn was reportedly in a relationship with Raveena Tandon, but he allegedly dumped her when he fell in love with Karisma Kapoor.
- Ajay Devgn was accused of having an affair with Kangana Ranaut during the shoot of ‘Once Upon A Time In Mumbai’.
- Ajay Devgn was involved in a controversy with Karan Ramsay over the script of the film ‘All The Best’.
- Ajay Devgn was involved in a controversy with actor Sudeep over a debate about Hindi as the national language.
- Ajay Devgn was reportedly the original choice for Salman Khan’s role in ‘Karan Arjun’.
Interesting Facts – Ajay Devgan
- Ajay Devgn’s real name is Vishal Veeru Devgan.
- He changed the spelling of his surname from Devgan to Devgn in 2009.
- Ajay Devgn is a prankster in real life.
- He is the first Bollywood actor to own a private jet.
- Ajay Devgn has been to jail twice.
